2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taurus X | Forenza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |